Apps Every Chicagoan Needs

Chicago is a great place to live, but sometimes you need a little help from the App Store. While apps like Uber, banking, and the weather are must-haves (duh) there are quite a few apps I use on a regular basis to make city living that much sweeter. From saving time on your commute to finding the best places to eat in the city, here are some must-have apps I recommend to every Chicagoan.

Yelp: I don’t know about you but I am constantly on Yelp checking out new restaurants across the city. If you consider yourself a foodie or are curious about how a certain restaurant is perceived by the public, this app is a must. Some restaurants even have special or free food offerings for yelp users!

Transit Stop: This app is absolutely necessary if you take any public transit in the city. It gives you live updates on when the train or bus is coming to each stop, right down to the very minute. An essential app the assures you won't be left standing on the el platform for 10 minutes.

Postmates: For days when leaving the apartment just isn’t happening, Postmates is there to the rescue. Whether you’re craving Chinese food for dinner, or need coffee and a bagel in the morning, Postmates makes it easy to get what you want without having to leave the couch.

Timeout: For all of your food, drink, and entertainment needs, you need Timeout. This app lets you discover nearby restaurants and bars, and popular things happening around the city on any given weekend.

OverDrive: This is an app I just recently got into, and it is seriously amazing. OverDrive lets you borrow books and audio books from the Chicago Public Library through a library card. It’s great for reading books on your morning commute and even finding textbooks for class!